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  • E4 Lauren: Physical Recovery after an Episiotomy- tearing vs. episiotomy, padsicles, difficulty urinating after birth

    Physically recovering from birth is difficult enough, but tearing or having an episiotomy can make it worse.

    Lauren had an episiotomy while birthing her son. Afterwards, she had difficulty peeing.  When she did,  it burned so bad it made her not want to. She also had trouble sitting down and getting around.

    In this interview with Lauren, she talks about certain aspects of the physical recovery that she was unprepared for. We discuss the ways that Lauren did prepare for labor and delivery, and she offers tips for an easier recovery and getting around postpartum.



    Postpartum Healing Care



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    18 min
  • E3 VBAC Tolerant vs. VBAC Supportive Provider- ob vs. midwife, bait and switch, unsupportive provider and birthing environment

    Are you considering pursuing a VBAC(Vaginal Birth After Cesarean)? Are you unsure if your provider will support you?

    In this episode, I discuss the difference between a provider who is VBAC tolerant vs. VBAC supportive. I also share how I found out my provider was not VBAC supportive, and my experience birthing in a non-VBAC supportive hospital.

    The VBAC Link- VBAC Friendly Doctors
    The VBAC Link Podcast



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    17 min
  • E2 My Position vs. Baby's Position During Labor- posterior baby, birthing on your back, movement during labor

    Baby being malpositioned is one of the leading causes of unplanned c-sections. In this episode I share how my first daughter's positioning led to my c-section. I also discuss the changes I made with my second daughter to keep the same thing from happening again. 






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    18 min
  • E1 A C-Section is Major Surgery, and Comes with Major Risks- unplanned c-section, posterior baby

    Do you know how many layers are cut during a c-section? Are you aware that there are both short-term and long-term risks?

    Even though many people may make it seem like it's no big deal, a c-section is major surgery.  In this episode, I discuss what's involved with a c-section, and the risks that come along with it. I also share my experience with having a c-section with my first daughter, and how it shaped my mindset about birth.

    American Pregnancy Association
    International Cesarean Awareness Network (ICAN)


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    15 min
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    Was your first-time birth experience not exactly what you wanted or hoped for? Would you like to make it better for the next time? Or maybe you’d just like to know that you’re not alone on your birthing journey?

    If so, then the Labor Lessons podcast is for you. Every episode shares one lesson learned from unique labor and delivery experiences. Every episode gives you the opportunity to expand your knowledge, connect with other women, and pursue the best birth for you and your baby. Join me at The Labor Lessons podcast, at Laborlessons.com. 


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    1 min

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Many women find that their first-time birth experience wasn't exactly what they wanted or hoped for. If you'd like more knowledge about how to better prepare for labor and delivery, or want to know…